DEFENDING THE PEN – is all about murder . . . and romance . . . writing it! I post interviews, book reviews, and flash fiction, and occasionally it's all about me. Careful . . . you may end up the victim . . . of fun!

You think you're safe, bitch! Not from me. Mark watched as the object of his lust enjoyed coffee on the balcony of her family's house.

She'd met him for coffee, but the date ended suddenly when he told her he thought their children would be exceptionally good looking, after all, they were both perfect specimens.

She'd refused to consider another meeting. He apologized, tried to laugh off his comment, but she wouldn't listen.

Mark fiddled with the guns scope, but soon he had her sighted. She looked right at him and smiled. Mark hesitated.

At that same moment, another driver lost control of his vehicle taking Mark's option from him.

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A nurse wiped the spittle from his chin and wheeled him into the sunshine. Paralyzed from the neck down, Mark can only watch, but all he sees is that smile. Her smile haunts his every conscious and unconscious moment.

Hi Yolanda. Geez, sometimes I am having a hard time leaving comments with my Wordpress ID. I wanted to say that I like the way you introduced the witch near the end of your story with her magic powers. And it had that dark touch thrown into the mix.

Sorry Deborah, for the hard time. Sometimes blogger can be a real bitch too. I wish I could make it easier, I love comments and hate folks try but can't, and then never do. Thanks for sticking with it!

Very well done Yolanda! I was not expecting the bit at the end, and I have to say that it tied up the entire story into one neat tale. Thank you for participating in the Mondays Finish the Story challenge. Be well... ^..^

Would love to hear from you, say hello and leave your blog address - I'll visit, but please take with you my undying gratitude that you stopped by for a read. Be well, be happy, and may your blog surfing bring you joy!